Brake system of the car Honda Accord 3

Hydraulic brake system device
The hydraulic braking system is used in almost all modern cars. The hydraulic system is used more often than the mechanical one for two reasons. Firstly, pressurized fluid can be transferred to all parts of the car...

Disc brake device
Instead of traditional "expanding" brakes that act in opposite directions on a round drum, disc brake systems use discs with brake pads mounted on both sides. An easily observable resemblance is to a handbrake on a...

Drum brake device
Drum brakes use two brake shoes mounted on a fixed support plate. These shoes are inside a round cast iron drum that rotates with the wheel. The pads are held in place by springs; this allows them to slide towards the...

Brake pedal height adjustment
1. Loosen the brake light switch locknut. Unscrew the switch until it no longer touches the pedal arm. 2. Loosen the locknut on the pedal pusher (at the top of the pedal); move the pushrod in or out until the desired...

Parking brake adjustment
If the rear brakes have been repaired or replaced, start the engine and depress the brake pedal several times to test the brakes before adjusting the parking brake cable. Improperly adjusted rear brakes (disc or drum)...

Stoplight switch — removal and installation
The switch controls the brake lights when the brakes are applied. The signal from the switch is also used to disable the cruise control system when braking. To remove the switch, disconnect the electrical connector and...

Master brake cylinder — removal and installation
Brake fluid is extremely hazardous to painted, plastic or rubber surfaces. If liquid is spilled, immediately flush the area with clean water. Clog the lines and hoses of the brake system during disassembly. Dirt and...

Adjustment of a backlash of a pusher of the main brake cylinder
WARNING: This procedure requires the use of a special tool or equivalent. A Honda Q7975-SA50000 or Q7975-SE00100 pushrod bolt adjuster should be used. 1. Install an adjusting tool on the end of the master cylinder....

Repair of the main brake cylinder
Cars 1984-89 1. After removing the master cylinder and draining fluid from the tank, remove the outer retaining ring. 2. Remove washer, secondary cap and secondary piston bushing from shaft. 3. Remove the lock bolt....

Brake booster — description
Virtually all cars today use a power assisted vacuum brake system that multiplies the braking force and reduces the pedal effort. Since vacuum is always available when the engine is running, the system is simple and...

Brake booster — removal and installation
1. Disconnect the vacuum hose at the booster. 2. Remove the master cylinder. Plug the brake lines immediately. Move the master cylinder to a clean, protected area out of the working area. 3. Remove a finger of...

Brake booster — repair
1984-85 Accord, 1984-86 Prelude, 1887 Prelude, carburetted 1. Remove the brake booster. 2. Scratch alignment marks on the front and rear shrouds for ease of reassembly. 3. Remove the E-clamps and separate the front and...

Control valve — removal and installation
The dual circuit brake control valve provides two functions. It distributes pressurized brake fluid from the master cylinder to the diagonal brake circuits (left front/right rear and right front/left rear), and also...

Pipelines and hoses of the brake system
The metal lines and rubber hoses of the brake system should be checked frequently for leaks and external damage. Metal pipes are especially prone to damage and bending under the vehicle. Any such deformation can...

Bleeding the brake system
WARNING: Vehicles equipped with anti-lock braking systems (ABS), require a separate bleeding procedure if any of the components of this system are removed or pipelines are disconnected. Refer to the section on ABS of...

Front disc brake pads — inspection
Wear indicators The front brake pads are equipped with a metal loop that comes into contact with the disc if the rubbing surface has worn almost to a minimum. The wear indicators make a constant, distinct metallic sound...

Front disc brake pads — removal and installation
1. Raise and secure the vehicle. 2. Remove the wheel. 3. If required, disconnect the brake hose clamp from the shock absorber or knuckle by unscrewing the mounting bolts. 4. Turn off the bottom fixing bolt of a support...

Front brake caliper — removal and installation
1. Raise and secure the vehicle. 2. Remove the front wheel. 3. Remove the banjo bolt and disconnect the brake hose from the caliper. Plug the hose immediately. 4. Unscrew the mounting bolt (s) and remove the caliper....

Front brake caliper — repair
1. Remove the caliper from the vehicle and drain the remaining brake fluid. 2. Pull the piston out of the caliper. Do not grab it with pliers - you will scratch the metal. Follow the following procedure: a. Place a...

Front brake disc — removal and installation
Except Accord 1990-91 1. Raise and secure the vehicle. 2. Remove the wheel. 3. Disconnect a support from fastening. Secure it to the side with a piece of wire. Do not leave hang the caliper on the brake hose. 4. Remove...

Front brake disc — inspection and resurfacing
Inspection 1. The brake disc gets circular scratches when braking due to the capture of dust and road sand. Excessive scratching not only creates brake squeal, but also shortens the life of the brake pads. However,...

Rear drum brakes
Honda drum brakes use a design "master-slave", which uses two curved brake pads held by an anchor shield and a wheel cylinder. When the brake pedal is depressed and hydraulic pressure is applied to the wheel cylinder,...

Rear brake drums — removal and installation
Withdrawal 1. Block the front wheels securely. Raise and secure the rear of the vehicle on jack stands. Remove rear wheels. Make sure the parking brake is OFF. 2. Remove bearing cap, cotter pin and castle nut. 3. Remove...

Rear drum brake pads — removal and installation
1. Raise and secure the vehicle. 2. Remove the rear wheel and brake drum. 3. Accord 1990-91 remove the upper return spring from the brake shoe. 4. Remove the spring pins by depressing the retaining springs and turning...

Rear wheel cylinder — removal and repair
When checking cylinders for leaks, lift the outer edge of the boot and check the fluid. A little moisture, usually covered in brake dust, is normal. If there is any significant dampness or fluid leakage, replace the...

Rear disc brake pads — removal and installation
1. Raise and secure the vehicle. 2. Remove the rear wheel. 3. Remove the 2 caliper mounting bolts and remove the caliper from the bracket. 4. Remove the pads, gaskets and pad retainers. For installation: 5. Completely...

Rear disc brake caliper — removal and installation
1. Raise and secure the vehicle. 2. Remove the rear wheel. 3. Remove the caliper shield. 4. Disconnect the parking brake cable from the lever on the caliper by removing the locking pin. 5. Remove the banjo bolt and...

Rear disc brake caliper — repair
1. With the caliper off the vehicle, remove the pad spring from the inside of the caliper housing. 2. Rotate the piston and pull it out with the boot. Be very careful not to damage them. 3. After removal of a lock ring...

Rear brake disc — removal and installation
1. Raise and secure the vehicle. 2. Remove the rear wheel. 3. Remove the rear brake caliper. 4. Remove the center hub cap. 5. Remove cotter pin, holder and spindle nut. 6. Remove the brake disc. Remove the outer bearing...

Parking brake cables — removal and installation
The parking brake is a mechanical device that applies braking force to the rear wheels through the rear brakes. A cable connected to the parking brake lever goes to the cable equalizer, which then goes to both rear...

Description of anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Anti-lock braking system (ABS or ALB) Designed to prevent wheel lockup during hard braking or on slippery surfaces. The front wheels of the car cannot be steered if they are locked and slipping; the car continues to...

ABS System Components
CAUTION: Honda's anti-lock braking system contains extremely high pressure brake fluid inside the pump, accumulator and modulator. Do not disconnect or loosen lines, hoses, joints or components without properly...

ABS Diagnostics
Visual inspection Before diagnosing an ABS problem, fully ascertain whether or not the normal braking system is in working order. Many Common Brake Faults (dangling parking brake, leaking, etc.) affect the performance...

Releasing the ABS system from pressure
CAUTION: Honda's anti-lock braking system contains extremely high pressure brake fluid within the pump, accumulator and modulator assembly. Do not disconnect or loosen piping, hoses, joints, or components without...

Battery — removal and installation
Accord 1. Make sure the ignition is off (OFF). 2. Depressurize the system using the T-wrench. 3. Remove the 3 bolts securing the accumulator to the pressure block and remove the accumulator. Check that the o-ring from...

ABS electronic control unit — removal and installation
Prelude 1. Make sure the ignition is off (OFF). 2. Remove the cover from the front of the console. The console does not require removal. 3. Remove the 4 control box mounting bolts. Once the mounting bolts are removed,...

Wheel speed sensor — removal and installation
WARNING: on vehicles equipped with SRS (air cushion), components and wires of this system may be located in the same area as the front speed sensor harnesses. The connectors of the air bag system are yellow. Do not use...

Pulsators (gear wheels) — removal, installation and inspection
Removal and installation The pulsator wheels are integral with the front CV joints or with the rear hubs as an assembly. If the pulsator requires replacement, a new joint or hub must be installed. Gears can be inspected...

ABS Fluid and Bleeding
Filling the system ABS uses 2 brake fluid reservoirs, one on the master cylinder and one on the modulator. IN each must maintain the minimum fluid level necessary for the correct functioning of the system. Although the...

Brake system malfunctions
Brake system malfunctions

Brake specification and tightening torques
Brake specification Tightening torques Component An effort Master cylinder to brake booster 15 Nm Brake Fittings 15 Nm Nuts of fastening of the vacuum amplifier 13 Nm Mounting plate mounting nuts 5.5 Nm Brake hoses to...

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